Beside the worship of goddess Shantadurga, the temple additionally has shrines dedicated to Lord Narayan, Lord Ganesha and goddess Bara Vir Bhagavati. Another fundamental appeal of the temple complex is the Nayanmanohar Deepstambha. The deepstambha (column to preserve lighted earthen lamps on special events) is six-memories excessive. Another appeal is the Nagarkhana, which was utilized by the temple musicians for their recitals. Agrashalas and the temple pond placed opposite the Nayanmanohar Deepstambho, are other sights. The jatra (annual festival) is held for the duration of December. The idol is taken out in a procession in a golden palanquin (palkhi) all through the festival. Though accommodation options are constrained near the temple, nevertheless you could find alternative provide numerous locations to stay. Mid-variety accommodations can be found in all of the 3 locations. Luxury and finances motels may be discovered at Colva and Benaulim seaside. Goa Tourism Department runs a mid-variety hotel in Colva. The cutting-edge temple turned into built at some point of the reign of Maratha ruler Chattrapati Shahu, who became the grandson of Shivaji Maharaj, of Satara in about 1738. Naroram Mantri (Naroram Shenvi Rege) originally from Kochara village inside the Vengurla place was a Mantri (minister) in Shahu's Court around 1723.